On Wednesday, the local Latin rock and rhythm & blues family ensemble will play from 9 p.m. to past midnight.Billed as “the Valley’s Best Party,” this New Year’s Eve gala sold out a year ago.

And based on early ticket sales, the event at FESM Hall, 252 N. Main St., Manteca, could yet be another sellout, according to band performer Mike Torres Jr.

“The early response has been strong,” he said on Monday. “I thought things might be tough this year because of the economy.”

In addition, the event will be filmed for a DVD available for purchase.

Those attending must be age 21 or older.

Cost is $30 per person, and includes party favors, several dance contests, and a champagne toast.

Call 234-6824 for more information.

Other events include:

• Rocko’s Sports and Spirits, 757 N. Main St. — This annual New Year’s Eve party kicks off at 9 p.m. Cost is $10. Limited seating. Included will be party favors, appetizers, and a disc jockey providing the music. Free rides home available from midnight to 2 a.m. For more information, call 823-2527.

• X-Treme Sports Lounge, 104 Pierce Ave., Manteca — An early bird special consisting of draft beer ($2), domestic bottle brew ($2.50) and well drinks ($3) is available from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. A disc jockey will be providing dance music. More information is available at 825-7773.

• Kelley Bros. Brewing Company, 112 E. Yosemite Ave., Manteca — Tommy and the Edsels will perform music for dinner and dancing during the event from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Included is a tri-tip buffet, champagne, and a balloon drop. Cost is $20 per person. More information is available at 825-1727.

• Rookies Sports Bar and Grill, 1251 E. Yosemite Ave., Manteca — Old school, salsa and oldies music will be featured from 9 a.m. to closing. Cost is $20 per person, $30 per couple, with party favors included. To learn more, call 249-6020.

• Isadore’s, 680 N. Main St., Manteca — The special celebration will include a limited Three’s A Company menu ranging from $36 to $60 from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. The three-item choices include prime rib, duck, rack of lamb and a seafood salmon / lobster among the 12-item menu. To learn more, call 825-4300.